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What is an algorithm?
What is an algorithm?
- A complex program or code
- A simple logic to a problem represented as an informal description in the form of a flowchart or pseudocode
- A finite set of instructions carried out in a specific order to perform a particular task (correct)
- A real-world problem
How is a problem defined in the context of algorithms?
How is a problem defined in the context of algorithms?
- A real-world problem or real-world instance problem for which you need to develop a program or set of instructions (correct)
- A set of random instructions
- A complex algorithm
- A theoretical issue
What is the processing unit in the context of an algorithm?
What is the processing unit in the context of an algorithm?
- Unit where the inputs are given
- Unit where the problem is defined
- Unit where the algorithm is designed
- Unit where the input is processed to produce the desired output (correct)
What is the outcome or result of the program referred to as?
What is the outcome or result of the program referred to as?
What are the characteristics of an algorithm input?
What are the characteristics of an algorithm input?
What is the origin of the word 'Algorithm'?
What is the origin of the word 'Algorithm'?
What distinguishes an algorithm from a process or technique?
What distinguishes an algorithm from a process or technique?
What advantage does a well-designed algorithm offer for debugging?
What advantage does a well-designed algorithm offer for debugging?
What does an algorithm serve as for program development?
What does an algorithm serve as for program development?
What characteristic makes an algorithm independent of programming language?
What characteristic makes an algorithm independent of programming language?
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Algorithm Basics
- An algorithm is a well-defined procedure that takes some input and produces a corresponding output.
- A problem in the context of algorithms is defined as a question or a task that needs to be solved.
Algorithm Components
- The processing unit in the context of an algorithm is the part that executes the algorithm.
- The outcome or result of the program is referred to as the output.
Algorithm Characteristics
- Input characteristics: an algorithm's input should be well-defined, finite, and unambiguous.
Etymology
- The origin of the word 'Algorithm' comes from the name of the Persian mathematician al-Khwarizmi.
Algorithm vs Process
- An algorithm is distinct from a process or technique in that it is a well-defined procedure with a clear start and end point, and its outcome is predictable.
Algorithm Advantages
- A well-designed algorithm offers the advantage of easier debugging, as the logical steps are clear and easy to follow.
- An algorithm serves as a blueprint or a roadmap for program development, guiding the coding process.
Algorithm Language Independence
- An algorithm is independent of programming language, meaning it can be implemented in different languages.
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